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PLC AND ROBOTICS

PLC & Robotics specializes in the development and maintenance of PLC-based software solutions and robotic sequence and path control. Thanks to highly qualified software developers, we offer comprehensive support in software architecture, control engineering, troubleshooting, optimization, and OPC-UA.

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Topics

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Are all functions still usable?
Are all spare parts still available?
Is knowledge of the facility available/documented?
Are all recertifications clear?

Are retrofits possible without production downtime?

Smooth Retrofit & Modernization >
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Are your robots optimally integrated?
Are you satisfied with the efficiency?
Are cobots a topic of interest?
Are you aware of all safety regulations?

Have you checked for robot optimization in your production?

Robot-Assisted Process Optimization >
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Are you familiar with OPC-UA / MQTT?
Do you already use supervisory computers?
Are you aware of cybersecurity?
Have you analyzed process tracking?

Do you know the potential security risks, such as data loss?

Cloud / MES / Control Systems​ >
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Is there a dependency on employees?
Is process monitoring usable?
Maximizing the full potential of your hardware?
Are your training programs up to date?

Is your know-how ensured on your machines?

Lifecyclemanagment >
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Do you know the benefits of programming languages?
Are modular calls familiar to you?
Are you aware of the software architecture?
Do you know agile methods/SCRUM?

Are your software solutions developed with contemporary techniques?

Code Optimization >
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Is the safety approval available?
Is the acceptance protocol in place?
Are all documentations available?
Do you comply with the machinery directive?

Do you want to face jail time for having a non-compliant facility?

CE​ >
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Do you have a selection according to architecture?
Are flexibility and adaptation possible?
Are your facility components up to date?
Is seasonal scaling accounted for?

Is your equipment future-ready?

System Upgrades >
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Is there a functional analysis?
Has security been put in place?
Have you verified alternatives?
Do you know the availability?

Is your understanding of all components comprehensive?

Selection & Support of Components >
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PLC and Robotics Solutions

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Smooth Retrofit & Modernization

  • Reverse Engineering

  • Virtual Commissioning

  • Encapsulated Commissioning

Your Benefits

  • Increased Knowledge and Process Understanding (Process Engineering)

  • Reduced Costs by Distributing Tasks According to Expertise

  • Increased Productivity and Reduced Downtime

  • "All in One Place" (Especially Automation, OPEX, and DfX)

Request a Free Consultation >
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Lifecyclemanagment

  • Code Analysis

  • Consulting for Common PLC and Robot Systems

  • Analysis of Software Architecture

Your Benefits

  • Reduced Costs by Distributing Tasks According to Expertise

  • Increased Productivity and Reduced Downtime

  • Technical Sparring Partner for Your Employees

  • Reduction of Downtime

Request a Free Consultation >
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System Upgrades

  • Current Market Analysis of HW and SW Architecture

  • Consulting on Alternative Components

  • Data Security and Documentation

Your Benefits

  • Long-lasting and Sustainable Products

  • Increased Productivity and Reduced Downtime

  • Cost Savings through New Systems

  • Supervisory Systems/Cloud/OPC-UA Integration and Cybersecurity

Request a Free Consultation >
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Robot-Assisted Process Optimization

  • Analysis and Optimization of Path Control

  • Virtual Testing of a Robot's Usability

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Your Benefits

  • Cost Reduction through Untapped Potential

  • Increased Productivity and Reduced Downtime

  • Quick and Direct Implementation Tailored to Your Needs

  • Employee Satisfaction

Request a Free Consultation >
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Code Optimization

  • Development of PLC SW Architectures

  • Establishment of Interfaces between New and Existing Structures

  • Implementation of SCRUM Processes in Code Reviews and Optimizations

Your Benefits

  • Reduced costs and time losses through bug fixing

  • Access to maximum knowledge/expertise

  • Reduction in development times

  • Fast and efficient processes and procedures

Request a Free Consultation >
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Selection & Support of Components

  • Specification Creation for Components

  • Hardware Planning / Circuit Diagram Creation​

Your Benefits

  • Reduced Costs through Task Distribution to Competencies​

  • Increased Efficiency and Sustainability

  • Reduction in Development Times​

  • Decreased Supervisory Effort

Request a Free Consultation >
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Cloud / MES / Control Systems​ 

  • Structure/Optimization/Integration of OPC-UA Server (MQTT)
    Creation of Data Models
    Creation of SCADA/Visualizations

Your Benefits

  • Overview of all processes in its facilities (potentially worldwide)​

  • Access to maximum knowledge/know-how​

  • Establishing a shop floor​

  • Increasing productivity and reducing downtime​

Request a Free Consultation >
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CE​

  • Review of Existing Declaration of Conformity

  • Assistance with CE Approvals

Your Benefits

  • Competitive Advantage

  • Market Approval

  • Access to Latest Standards and Guidelines

  • Interdisciplinary cross-ING Expertise

Request a Free Consultation >
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Code Optimierung
Auswahl & Support Komponente
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Our PLC and Robotics Services

  • Agile and Effective Software Architecture

  • Analyzing Existing PLC (Hardware + Software) and Robot Systems

  • Analyzing and Optimizing Path Control

  • Analyzing Hardware and Software Architecture

  • Establishing Interfaces

  • Establishing/Optimizing/Connecting OPC-UA Server (MQTT)

  • Designing PLC/Robotics Hardware/Software

  • Consulting on Common PLC Systems

  • Consulting on Alternative Components

  • Providing Documentation

  • Code Analysis

  • Data Security

  • Definition and Creation of Software Architectures

  • Development of Software HMIs

  • Development of Software for PLCs

  • Development of Software for Robots

  • Creation of Data Models

  • Creation of PLC Software Architectures

  • Creation of Specifications for Components

  • Creation/Optimization of SCADA/Visualizations

  • Encapsulated Initial Commissioning (IBN)

  • Hardware Planning/Circuit Diagram Creation

  • Market Analysis and Monitoring

  • Examination of Existing Conformity

  • Declarations

  • Reverse Engineering

  • Implementation of SCRUM Processes for Code

  • Reviews and Optimizations

  • Support for CE Inspections (SUVA)

  • Virtual Commissioning

  • Virtual Testing of Robot Deployment

Team PLC and Robotics

Elevating your automation experience to discover new innovations!


Dominique Ouamri

Chief Competence Center PLC & Robotics

plc.robotics@cross-ING.ch

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Dominique Ouamri
Chief Competence Center
PLC & Robotics

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Conradin
Competence Center Member

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Urs
Competence Center Member

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Thomas
Competence Center Member

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Competence Center Member

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Manuela
Competence Center Member

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Sebastian
Competence Center Member

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Tobias
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